Abstract Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) may indirectly support mobility and flexibility when hormone changes contribute to joint stiffness, bone loss, muscle weakness, poor sleep, or reduced activity. Estrogen therapy can help protect bone density and may modestly reduce joint pain in some postmenopausal women. Testosterone replacement may improve muscle strength in appropriately diagnosed men with low testosterone. However, hormone therapy is not a direct treatment for tight muscles, restricted joints, or poor flexibility . Exercise, stretching, strength training, rehabilitation, and appropriate musculoskeletal care remain important. At Injury Medical Clinic PA in El Paso, Texas, an integrative approach can bring hormone and medical oversight together with chiropractic care, functional medicine, rehabilitation, and personal injury services. The goal is to address both the biological factors that may influence movement and the mechanical factors that affect how the bo...
Nutrition Plans for Bioidentical Hormone Therapy: Supporting Estrogen, Progesterone, and Testosterone
Abstract Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) may involve estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, or a combination of hormones based on a patient's needs. There is no single required “BHRT diet.” Instead, nutrition often focuses on whole foods, fiber, healthy fats, quality protein, fruits, vegetables, and steady blood sugar. A Mediterranean-style eating plan is one practical option because it naturally includes many of these foods. Nutrition does not replace hormone therapy, but it can support metabolic health, cardiovascular health, bone health, digestion, healthy body composition, and energy. At Injury Medical Clinic PA in El Paso, Texas, this approach can be part of a broader multidisciplinary plan. Dr. Alexander Jimenez, DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CCST, CFMP, IFMCP, ATN, integrates chiropractic care, functional medicine principles, rehabilitation, and lifestyle strategies. Clinic materials identify Dr. Maria Guadalupe Cardenas, MD, a board-certified internal medicine physicia...
